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aflatoxins (B1 = 12.8; Tot. = 14 µg/kg – ppb) in hazelnut kernels from Georgia in Bulgaria
aflatoxins (B1 = 66; Tot. = 75 µg/kg – ppb) in roasted pistachios in shell from Turkey in France
aflatoxins (B1 = 44; Tot. = 47 / B1 = 52; Tot. = 60 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from Turkey in France
aflatoxins (B1 = 8 µg/kg – ppb) in spice mix from Pakistan in Denmark
aflatoxins (B1 = 31; Tot. = 34 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from Turkey in France
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Recall of Marigold
Product: ‘GROUND EGUSI’ melon seeds (80g, 160g and 500g) of the MARIGOLD brand.
Problem: too high aflatoxin content.
In agreement with the AFSCA, MARIGOLD is withdrawing from sale the ‘GROUND EGUSI’ melon seeds (80g, 160g and 500g) of the MARIGOLD brand and is recalling this product to consumers because of an excessively high aflatoxin content.
MARIGOLD asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased, where they will be reimbursed.
Product description
• Product name: GROUND EGUSI (melon seeds)
• Brand: MARIGOLD
• Expiry date (DDM): 12/2021
• Lots: 280520/01 – 231020/02 – 230920/02 – 231120/03
• Packaging : transparent plastic jar
• Weight: 80g, 160g and 500g
For any further information, contact MARIGOLD: emmajufo@gmail.com
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Recall of Marigold
Product: Ground melon seeds ‘GROUND EGUSI’ (80g, 160g and 500g) of the MARIGOLD brand.
Problem: too high aflatoxin content.
In agreement with the AFSCA, MARIGOLD is withdrawing from sale the ground melon seeds ‘GROUND EGUSI’ (80g, 160g and 500g) of the MARIGOLD brand and is recalling this product from consumers because of an excessively high aflatoxin content.
MARIGOLD asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased, where they will be reimbursed.
Product description
• Product name: GROUND EGUSI (ground melon seeds)
• Brand: MARIGOLD
• Expiry date (DDM): 12/2021
• Lots: 280520/01 – 231020/02 – 230920/02 – 231120/03
• Packaging: transparent plastic jar
• Weight: 80g, 160g and 500g
The product has been distributed by Alfa & Omega (Bredabaan, 2170 Merksem).
For any further information, contact MARIGOLD: emmajufo@gmail.com
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aflatoxins (B1 = 7; Tot. = 11,2 µg/kg – ppb) in ground melon seeds from the Netherlands in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 16.36; Tot. = 25.5 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from Turkey in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 79.3 / B1 = 88.2 µg/kg – ppb) in melon seeds from Nigeria, via Belgium in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 9.6; Tot. = 9.8 µg/kg – ppb) in pistachios from Iran in Spain
aflatoxins (B1 = 52.6; Tot. = 60.1 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Egypt in Italy
aflatoxins (B1 = 14; Tot. = 17.1 µg/kg – ppb) in ground melon seeds (egusi) from Nigeria, via Belgium in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 27.8; Tot. = 30.4 µg/kg – ppb) in pistachios from Iran in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 22.6; Tot. = 22.6 µg/kg – ppb) in organic hulled buckwheat from China in the Netherlands
aflatoxins (B1 = 89; Tot. = 110 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Egypt in the Netherlands
aflatoxins (B1 = 22.7; Tot. = 25.2 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Egypt in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 30.8; Tot. = 47.47 µg/kg – ppb) in organic dried figs from Turkey in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 25; Tot. = 29 µg/kg – ppb) in pistachios from Turkey in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 67; Tot. = 83 µg/kg – ppb) in groundnuts from Egypt in the Netherlands
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Aflatoxins gained increased recognition in Mozambique due to their negative impact on health, food security, and trade. Most contamination occurs in peanuts, maize, and their products. Nevertheless, there is little awareness, probably because the press and mass media do not disseminate enough information. This study analyzed the quantity and quality of information on aflatoxins in Mozambique’s leading online newspapers between 2009 and 2018. After analyzing articles using Atlas.ti, the information was synthesized and compared to scholarly sources. Mozambique requires more press and media coverage of aflatoxin research and development activities. Awareness campaigns should be reinforced, distribute information to multiple organizations, and use multiple means, including online mainstream press, spreading information to reach a broad range of people, given the diversity of cultures and villages’ remoteness. Organizations providing information, including universities, need to translate the highly technical information published in scientific journals to help reporters understand the research’s implications. Furthermore, there is a need to identify groups that do not receive messages from current campaigns and appropriate methods for reaching those populations.
aflatoxins (B1 = 8.7 µg/kg – ppb) in organic dried figs from Turkey in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 68.89; Tot. = 128.26 µg/kg – ppb) in organic dried figs from Turkey in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 43; Tot. = 63 µg/kg – ppb) in dried figs from Turkey in France
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On January 28, 2021, a group of consumers with dogs that died or became ill after consuming the now-recalled product from Midwestern Pet Foods have filed a proposed class action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana on behalf of a nationwide class and a California state class of buyers of Midwestern Pet Foods’ cat and dog foods. The plaintiffs, who allege negligent misrepresentation, fraud, and unjust enrichment, seek restitution and over $5 million in damages to be determined in a jury trial.
aflatoxins (B1 = 5.1 µg/kg – ppb) in peanut butter from the United States in Portugal
aflatoxins (B1 = 68; Tot. = 76.1 / B1 = 90.8; Tot. = 112.3 µg/kg – ppb) in pistachio kernels from Iran in Germany
aflatoxins (B1 = 3,1 µg/kg – ppb) in basmati rice from Pakistan in Greece
The Food and Drug Administration has updated the number of pet deaths to 110 in connection to fatal levels of aflatoxin in Midwestern Pet Foods Inc.’s recalled dog and cat food products. In addition to the deaths there are more than 210 pets that are sick after eating Sportmix pet food.
The update comes after multiple Midwestern Pet Foods Inc.’s recalls of dog and cat food products after tests showed levels of aflatoxin that exceed acceptable limits. The pet deaths are associated with lots of Sportmix High Energy. No human illnesses have been reported.
Evansville, IN-based Midwestern Pet Foods Inc. expanded their initial product recall on Jan. 11 to include all pet foods containing corn and manufactured in the company’s Oklahoma plant, and having an expiration date on or before July 9, 2022.
The recalled pet foods were distributed nationally to online distributors and retail stores.
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